Alcohol Rehab Virginia
Alcohol Rehab Virginia
Drug And Alcohol Addiction plagues numerous Americans. One of the most recent addictions many Americans face today is to prescription drugs. The harsher reality of prescription drug addiction is that most Americans do not realize they are suffering from an addiction until it is too late. If there is a belief that either you or someone you know may be afflicted with this dependence, here are the top five signs of prescription drug addiction which may help to confirm any assumption:
Increase in prescription drug use
One of the most tell-tale signs of prescription drug dependency is an escalation in use. The drugs they are taking are no longer working as effectively, so they may increase the dose without first consulting a doctor. If you notice that you or someone else you know is becoming more tolerant of the drugs they are taking and require a larger dose, then that is a sign that they may have a dependency.
Personality change
A common side effect of prescription drug abuse is a change in overall personality. The afflicted may isolate themselves from loved ones or withdraw from social interaction entirely. Most addicted persons are embarrassed of their dependence and do not want their peers to judge them for it. Sometimes the addicted may find solace in his or her drug use and would prefer to do it alone.
Creating excuses to fill more prescriptions
Those that are addicted to prescription drugs are conscious of the fact that in order to obtain more drugs, they must either get a prescription, or find a seedier method such as a drug dealer. Most addicted persons will complain of additional ailments to gain more prescriptions. Some may fill prescriptions at other pharmacies, traveling great lengths to get their medications.
Forgetfulness
Most people with a drug dependency will show the negative side effects of the medication they are on fairly quickly, and more noticeably, with abuse. One of the most common side effects of popular prescription drug brands is fatigue. Someone who is addicted to these drugs is more likely to be increasingly absentminded and inattentive given his or her lethargy.
Defensiveness
This being one of the most common signs, defensiveness from the assumed addict can indicate a dependency, especially if they are also suffering from the aforementioned signs. A common addict will dispute any claim of reliance on his or her prescription medications and may lash out at his or her accuser.
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